Burna signs deal with Universal Records

The Nigerian reggae/dancehall act, who was in Abuja recently to perform, posted a portion of the agreement which reads: “Exclusive Songwriter Agreement.” Burna Boy, who is the CEO of Spaceship Entertainment, has set a record by being the first Nigerian contemporary act to be signed by the group. He expressed his excitement over this feat […]

Burna signs deal with Universal Records
Burna signs deal with Universal Records

The Nigerian reggae/dancehall act, who was in Abuja recently to perform, posted a portion of the agreement which reads: “Exclusive Songwriter Agreement.”
Burna Boy, who is the CEO of Spaceship Entertainment, has set a record by being the first Nigerian contemporary act to be signed by the group.
He expressed his excitement over this feat on his twitter handle: “We did it Gambo!! I’m officially the 1st contemporary Nigerian act to sign to #Island #Universal work time. Expect only Greatness and megacy! [sic]
Burna Boy has had collaborations with the likes of Davido, Sarkodie and D’banj and is also popular for his songs ‘Soke’, ‘Abeg, abeg, abeg’, ‘Like to party’ and ‘Tonight’ amongst others.
Fans have sent numerous congratulatory messages wishing him more groundbreaking feats as some urge him to make their various bases a destination for any upcoming tours or visits.